May weather forecastTiro, Guinea

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tiro, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature varying between 35.3°C (95.5°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a very hot 38.6°C (101.5°F) in April to a still torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F). Tiro documents a marked decrease from day to night, with an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) throughout May.

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Tiro, Guinea, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Tiro, during May, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation. In Tiro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.5 days and collects up to 968mm (38.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Tiro is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of May, in Tiro, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:59 GMT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Tiro is 8.9h.

UV index

January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.